Anchovy Bibim Guksu: Baek Jong-won’s Golden Recipe from ‘Tasty Guys’
Mastering Baek Jong-won’s Anchovy Bibim Guksu Recipe from the Yeosu Airport Episode of ‘Tasty Guys’
The Anchovy Bibim Guksu introduced on the TV show ‘Tasty Guys’ looked so delicious that I decided to follow the recipe and make it myself! Here’s a recipe for delicious Anchovy Bibim Guksu that you can easily make at home. This dish combines the savory flavor of anchovies with the sweet and tangy taste of bibim guksu for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients- 2 servings of somyeon (thin wheat noodles)
- 1/5 carrot
- 1/5 zucchini
- 1/4 onion
- 4 Tbsp dried anchovies
- 2 Tbsp minced garlic
- A little cooking oil
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce
- 4 Tbsp sesame oil
- Gim (seaweed flakes)
- 4 leaves of lettuce
- A little sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the colorful toppings that will enhance the flavor of your bibim guksu. Wash and prepare 1/5 carrot, 1/5 zucchini, and 1/4 onion, then julienne them thinly. Slicing all vegetables to a similar thickness ensures a consistent texture when cooked.
Step 2
Heat a little cooking oil in a pan and add the julienned carrots, zucchini, and onion. Sauté them over medium-low heat until they soften and become slightly translucent. This process brings out their natural sweetness and tenderizes them. Be careful not to burn them by using excessively high heat.
Step 3
The first step of preparing the delicious toppings for your Anchovy Bibim Guksu is now complete. Set the sautéed vegetables aside to cool.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to prepare the star ingredient: the anchovies. Measure out 4 tablespoons of dried anchovies. If you don’t have a deep fryer, you can lightly fry them in a pan with plenty of oil over low heat. Be mindful of the heat to prevent them from burning. As mentioned on ‘Tasty Guys,’ frying anchovies helps to eliminate any fishy odor, making them even more savory.
Step 5
Next, let’s make the special sauce for your bibim guksu. In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 4 tablespoons of sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons of minced garlic. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly mixed. Making the sauce in advance allows the flavors to meld together, creating a richer taste.
Step 6
Prepare 4 fresh lettuce leaves. Wash them thoroughly and then shred them into thin strips. Lettuce adds a refreshing crunch and crispness to the bibim guksu.
Step 7
Now, let’s cook the noodles. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 2 servings of somyeon. Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking together. Once the noodles are cooked to your liking, quickly rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch. Drain them thoroughly in a colander. Properly draining the noodles is crucial to ensure they mix well with the sauce and don’t become mushy.
Step 8
Here are the colorful toppings and appetizing sauce you’ve carefully prepared for the ‘Tasty Guys’ Baek Jong-won Anchovy Bibim Guksu. Just looking at them is enough to make your mouth water!
Step 9
Arrange the beautifully sautéed vegetable toppings, crisp shredded lettuce, savory seaweed flakes, and the crunchy fried anchovies over the well-drained noodles. Generously ladle the prepared sauce over everything, drizzle with a little extra sesame oil, and sprinkle with sesame seeds for the perfect Anchovy Bibim Guksu!
Step 10
It’s time to mix and enjoy! Toss all the ingredients and sauce together with chopsticks until well combined. Then, slurp it up and savor every bite! The savory anchovies and the flavorful sauce will fill your mouth, making for a truly delicious meal! +_+
